Abstract
Superficial musculoaponeurotic system (SMAS) has represented a confusing anatomical structure because descriptions of it in classical treatises of anatomy are contradictory. Also, utilization of this system in facial rejuvenation also does not coincide with the true anatomical facts regarding the superficial musculoaponeurosis. A macroscopic and histological study of the region was carried out in order to determine the areas of fat deposits and the distribution of the true cervical superficial aponeurosis, partly in accordance with the statements by Jost and leaving aside the concept proposed by Mitz and Peyronie. Cervical liposuction was combined with the techniques for cervicofacial rhytidectomy.
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Tapia, A., Ferreira, B. & Eng, R. Liposuction in cervical rejuvenation. Aesth. Plast. Surg. 11, 95–100 (1987). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01575493
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